Everything tastes better on the grill, right? Why not veggies too! Once you try this recipe for easy recipe for Grilled Potatoes and Vegetable in Foil, you'll be making them all summer long. The shortcut of salad dressing packs all the flavor in this easy recipe!
Why you'll love this recipe
Vegetables taste better when they are grilled! Plus each person gets their own veggie pack, how fun is that? Clean up is a breeze as well. The whole family is going to love this dish!
Grilled Potatoes and Vegetables in Foil
Equipment
- Aluminum foil
- chef's knife
Ingredients
- 4 red potatoes
- 2 ears corn
- ½ cup green beans fresh
- 2 zucchini squash
- 2 yellow squash
- ½ cup Italian Salad Dressing
- 1 tablespoon grill seasoning
Instructions
- Pre heat grill to 350 degrees. Clean the veggies and slice.
- Add all of the vegetables to a large bowl. Top with the Italian dressing and seasoning. Toss until everything is coated.
- Tear 4 sheets of foil*, set aside. Divide vegetable mixture between 4 pieces. Fold the foil the sides of foil over the top of vegetable mixture and seal edges to form a packet using a 2-inch fold.
- Place on pre-heated gas grill for 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If you don't have a grill bake veggie packs in the oven at 400 degrees for 20-30 minutes.
- First vent by poking holes to open packets to allow the steam to escape. Then carefully open the foil.
Notes
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Prepare the grill packet as directed.
- Place packets on cookie sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Nutrition
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Ingredients
For the exact measurements for the vegetable foil packets, please refer to the recipe card.
Instructions
Once you learn how to grill vegetables in foil you'll be making them all the time! This is such a simple recipe!
- Clean the veggies and slice.
- Toss in a large mixing bowl. Top with dressing and toss until everything is coated.
- Tear 4 squares of foil. Place ¼ of the vegetables on a sheet of each group on a sheet of foil. Fold foil and crimp edges to seal or double-fold seals and make a packet. Repeat with remaining vegetables.
- Place on gas or charcoal grill for 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove from the grill and vent by poking holes in the foil with a fork to allow the steam to escape. Then carefully open the foil.
- Serve and enjoy!
🏕️ Camping instructions
Firey Campfire Vegetables! This is the best side dish when you're camping! This summer veggie foil packets recipe can be prepared up to a day in advance. When you are ready for dinner, place the sealed packet on the hot coals, flipping occasionally.
You can also use a grill basket over the coals or a grill pan. How delicious would that be?
🧑🍳 Foil packets in oven
No grill? No problem! Vegetables foil packets can be made in the oven as well.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Prepare the grill packet as directed.
- Place packets on baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
🙋♀️ FAQ's
Absolutely, be creative! Tomatoes, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, really whatever is in season.
You can also use different seasonings - herbs or spices are great to flavor the packet! Chili power, asian seasoning, fresh basil, curry powder - yum, so many possibilities!
In this case, the liquid from the salad dressing takes the place of water and helps steam and flavor the veggies!
Of course! Heavy duty aluminum foil is best. If you have a light foil, double the thickness so the vegetables on the bottom don't get burnt.
I arrange so the shiny side is in, facing the food. I don't know that it makes a huge difference, but my thoughts are the shiny reflects heat. Hey... it's a theory anyway!
Sure, you can! I use foil because I'm lazy and don't want to the fancy folds required when you use parchment. It's a great substitution if you don't have foil handy.
👍 Things to know
There are simple ways to make your favorite veggies taste better.
- You can add additional salt and black pepper, but the Montreal grill seasoning used this recipe contains both. If you use a store-bought seasoning, taste prior to serving and adjust seasonings.
- Olive oil - anytime you add a little fat it equates to flavor. The salad dressing in this recipe adds seasoning and flavor!
- Roasting, sautéing or pan frying vegetables will give them the most flavor. Finishing with a squeeze of lemon or lime will help brighten the flavors.
- Frequent the Farmers Market if you have one available. The best vegetables are fresh and often organically grown. Using good quality vegetables will result in the best flavor!
Variations
The great part about fresh vegetables foil packets is you can use any type of vegetables you prefer. In addition to the items in the recipe, mix it up by adding:
- sliced green, yellow bell pepper or red bell pepper
- mushrooms
- baby carrots
- baby tomatoes
- eggplant
- asparagus
- red onion
- substitute the grill seasoning for Italian seasoning - yum!
Just remember potatoes take the longest to cook, you'll want to make sure they are tender before removing the veggie foil packs from the grill.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice or drizzle of balsamic vinegar and minced fresh herbs like parsley, fresh thyme, dill or basil at the end will really bright the flavors of this side dish.
Want an easy idea for dinner? Add marinated chicken breast, thighs or chicken sausage to the packets and you'll have a complete foil packet dinner!
Related recipes
If you're looking for more easy vegetable side dishes, I've got you covered! My Grilled Asparagus is a simple summertime favorite that's ready in minutes, while Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus turns an everyday vegetable into something everyone reaches for first.
And when the weather isn't cooperating, Pan Roasted Vegetables deliver those delicious caramelized flavors right in your oven. They're all easy recipes that pair beautifully with burgers, grilled chicken, steak, and just about anything coming off the grill.
Serve with
- One of my favorites recipes to serve with the grilled potatoes and vegetables in foil is Ribs on the Grill - cooking your entire meal on the grill? Win/win!
- Serve them alongside frozen hamburger patties in the oven, yum, yum, yum!
- BBQ Tri Tip would be fantastic with the vegetables as well.
Fire up the grill and enjoy every bite
Whether you're cooking for a backyard barbecue, packing dinner for a camping trip, or just looking for an easy way to get more vegetables on the table, these grilled vegetables in foil are always a great choice. They're colorful, full of fresh flavor, and cleanup couldn't be easier.
Change up the vegetables with what's in season or whatever you have in the refrigerator, then let the grill do the work. It's one of those simple recipes you'll find yourself making all summer long!
Jennifer Stewart says
We made these for a camping trip this past weekend and even Connor ate the veggies in them that he normally doesn't eat! Anything that gets Connor to eat more veggies is top in my book!
Bowl Me Over says
Yes they are perfect for camping Jennifer! Super handy and everything tastes better when you're camping!
Paige says
This recipe was easy to make and very delicious! Lots of ideas to change this up too!
Bowl Me Over says
Wonderful! I'm know you'll make some tasty veggies with this basic recipe!!!